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Blacksburg Regional Teacher of Year said to be pioneer for women in career and technical education

“Mrs. Carrier epitomizes the characteristics of the ideal teacher that we all want for our children,” said Bernard Bragen Jr.. Montgomery County Public Schools Superintendent “Her passion and enthusiasm for teaching and children is reflective in the performance of her students. We are grateful to have her as a member of our faculty. “

PW REALTORS donate 120 coats to PWCS Head Start Program

The REALTOR® Association of Prince William (PWAR) recently held a successful coat drive to benefit the Prince William County Head Start Preschool Program.

Data center supplier to invest $14.9 million in southwest Virginia facility, creating 170 new jobs

This new production plant will focus primarily on data center component manufacturing and containment products to serve customers in Virginia and other data center sites.

AARP Fraud Alert - If your “bank” calls, it could be a banking imposter scam

One of the most nefarious scams today is bank impersonation. Money stolen through these schemes is rarely recoverable, so it’s particularly important to be aware of this scam and share what you know with others. Most of these schemes start with a text from what appears to be your bank, alerting you, the target, to a suspicious transaction.

Camrett Logistics to expand capacity in Pulaski County, creating 58 new jobs

“Camrett Logistics has stimulated economic growth in Southwest Virginia for nearly three decades, and we are proud to support its continued success,” said Caren Merrick Secretary of Commerce and Tradek. “Businesses rely on 3PL services like Camrett’s to not only expand their reach and customer base, but also to keep products moving efficiently throughout the supply chain."

Virginia sales tax holiday this coming weekend Oct. 20-22

This sales tax holiday is an important measure to help Virginians keep more of their hard-earned money when purchasing essential school supplies, hurricane preparedness items, and clothing," said Governor Glenn Youngkin.

Transportation careers of the future on display at PW Fairgrounds Oct. 5

About 80 engineering firms, organizations, agencies and contractors from all over the Commonwealth will give high school students the chance to network and learn about careers in civil engineering, architecture, technology, construction, environmental, administration and other transportation-related fields.

Va. leaders hail Wells Fargo’s plan to invest $87 million and create 1100+ more jobs in Roanoke

Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced Sept. 26 that Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) will invest $87 million to modernize, and expand its customer support center in Roanoke County. The investment will create about 1,100 new jobs and enhance the working experience for 1,650+ current employees, becoming Roanoke County's largest employer, the news release said.

Amazon to bring multi-story fulfillment center and 1000 full-time jobs to Va. Beach by late 2024

Amazon will establish a multi-story robotics fulfillment center and delivery station, which will bring more than 1,000 new full-time jobs. The Amazon center is anticipated to launch operations in 2025, with the delivery station anticipated to launch in 2024 in time for the holiday season.

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